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Opinion 93-16
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State … VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS -- Service Award Program (credit for activities performed by local government employees during … Permitting a volunteer firefighter to take time off to respond to fire alarms does not alter the periods …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-16Equine Health and Safety
… The Commission regulates all aspects of gaming activity in the State, including horse racing and pari-mutuel … program. Key Findings The Director has implemented many new measures to improve the Commission’s practices to … document daily operating policies and procedures; improve how incident information is recorded in the Equine Breakdown, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/11/13/equine-health-and-safetyUnexpected Delays and Events
… Purpose To determine if the Long Island Rail Road has plans to address unexpected delays …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/02/27/unexpected-delays-and-eventsDrug Management and Disposal
… of Environmental Conservation (Department) developed and implemented a public information program on the proper storage and disposal of medications (drugs), and publicly disseminated a notice to pharmacies, retailers, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/27/drug-management-and-disposalCapital Planning and Maintenance
… Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority (Authority), created in 1961, manages over $73 million in assets comprising five key transportation and commerce facilities in the State’s North Country: the Ogdensburg-Prescott …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/04/08/capital-planning-and-maintenanceContract Award and Performance
… Background NYSERDA, a public benefit corporation created in 1975 by the New York State Legislature, is governed by a … mission is to “Advance innovative energy solutions in ways that improve New York’s economy and environment.” … expiration dates to ensure that successor contracts were in place prior to the expiration of the previously existing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/22/contract-award-and-performanceInfrastructure Inspection and Maintenance
… State Thruway Authority (Thruway Authority), was created in 1992 to operate and maintain the New York State Canal … Law requires the Corporation to maintain the Canal System in good condition. The Corporation’s Canal Structure … inspection requirements and frequency standards, including in-depth inspections (Inspections) – both above and below …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/05/26/infrastructure-inspection-and-maintenanceXVI.4.A Cash and Investments – XVI. Financial Reporting
… financial institution’s trust department or agent but not in the depositor-government’s name. A government is exposed … the end of the period that are uninsured, not registered in the name of the government, and held by either (i) the … (ii) the counterparty’s trust department or agent but not in the government’s name. In this situation the government …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xvi/xvi4a-cash-and-investmentsStreet and Sidewalk Cleanliness
… effectively monitors the cleanliness of New York City’s (NYC) streets and sidewalks. We also assessed the methodology … 27, 2019. About the Program DSNY’s mission is to keep NYC healthy, safe, and clean – by collecting, recycling, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/16/street-and-sidewalk-cleanlinessOnline and Computer-Aided Training – Travel and Conference Expense Management
… Local governments and school districts may find that it is necessary or cost-advantageous to use online trainings … governments and school districts to minimize travel costs. It may be appropriate to make a computer and/or Internet … and the computer use policy the organization has adopted. It would not be proper for the local government or school …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/travel-conference-expense/online-and-computer-aided-trainingPurchasing and Procurement Practices
… Inc. (NYRA) procured goods and services competitively and in accordance with its policies and procedures. Our audit … 2018 through December 2020. About the Program Organized in 1955, NYRA is a not-for-profit corporation that holds the … Policy and Procedures Manual (Manual), approved by the FOB in 2010, specifically states that “Company employees who are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/03/16/purchasing-and-procurement-practicesIX.2 Acronyms and Terminology – IX. Federal Grants
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix2-acronyms-and-terminologyElementary and Secondary Education – 2021 Financial Condition Report
… Act (CRRSA Act), and nearly $9 billion from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP Act). Federal pandemic relief …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2021-fcr/elementary-and-secondary-educationEnvironment, Energy and Agriculture – 2021 Financial Condition Report
… Emissions Trend report showed estimated total emissions in New York from certain criteria pollutants covered by the National … oxides and volatile organic compounds are precursors of ground level ozone, or smog. Sulfur dioxide is a precursor of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2021-fcr/environment-energy-and-agricultureV.3.B Departments and Agencies – V. Chart of Accounts (COA) Governance
… Constitutional Department captured in the 300-399 series. Department ChartField ranges are arranged by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-v/v3b-departments-and-agenciesCareer and Technical Education
… Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at the high school level with high-demand, high-growth occupations; …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/05/20/career-and-technical-educationElementary and Secondary Education – 2023 Financial Condition Report
… Significant Federal Aid Continues to Support New York Schools According to the Division of the Budget, schools received $4.6 billion … Federal pandemic relief for K-12 education is expected to run through SFY 2024-25. In SFY 2022-23, the $4.2 billion …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2023-fcr/elementary-and-secondary-educationEnvironment, Energy and Agriculture – 2023 Financial Condition Report
… which will specify sources of emissions that must purchase allowances and other terms of the auctions are under … allowing local governments and school districts to purchase up to $150,000 of locally grown foods. New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2023-fcr/environment-energy-and-agricultureFinancial Condition and Outlook
… Hospital is a key component of New York City's health care delivery system, providing services to communities with … The Hospital provides services at the following three facilities: University Hospital of Brooklyn located in East … failure to take timely actions to address emergency health care issues impacting the Brooklyn community; and weak …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/01/17/financial-condition-and-outlook